Incentive for the Intra Caste Marriage within Scheduled Caste Community
✓ Information verified — April 2026This is a financial incentive scheme run by the Karnataka Social Welfare Department to encourage marriages within the same sub-caste groups of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes communities. The scheme aims to promote social unity and strengthen community bonds through intra-caste marriages. It provides financial support to eligible couples who marry within their respective SC/ST sub-castes in Karnataka.
What You Get
- Financial incentive amount (specific amount to be confirmed with district office)
- Encourages matrimonial alliances within SC/ST sub-castes
- Promotes social cohesion within scheduled caste communities
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–42 years
- Residence: Karnataka residents only
- Bride and groom must both belong to Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes category
- Both partners must belong to the same sub-caste as per government records
- Permanent residents of Karnataka state
- Valid SC/ST certificates must be presented
- Marriage must be registered under applicable law
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. SC/ST Caste Certificate
- 2. Marriage Certificate
- 3. Aadhaar Card
- 4. Birth Certificate
- 5. Bank Account Details
- 6. Residence Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Karnataka
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–42 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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